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A senior merchant of the Dutch East India Company Jacob Mathieusen and his wife at
1765825 A senior merchant of the Dutch East India Company Jacob Mathieusen and his wife at Batavia where Dutch East India Company ships prepare to sail home c.1640-60 (oil on canvas)
by Cuyp, Aelbert (1620-91); 138u208 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: The Dutch East India company (Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie, VOC) flourished in the 17th and 18th centuries with an Asian capital at the port of Batavia, now Jakarta, in Java.); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 18257117
© Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands / Bridgeman Images
Batavia Djarkarta Dutch Colonial Dutch Colony Dutch East India Company Dutch East Indies Dutch Empire Dutch Golden Age Elite Golden Age Imperialism Indonesia Jakarta Java Javanese Parasol Traders Trading Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie Merchant
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This print showcases a remarkable oil on canvas painting titled "A senior merchant of the Dutch East India Company Jacob Mathieusen and his wife at Batavia". Created by the talented artist Aelbert Cuyp in the 17th century, this masterpiece measures 138x208 cm and is currently housed in the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The painting transports us back to a significant period in history when the Dutch East India Company thrived as a major trading power. Set against the backdrop of Batavia, now known as Jakarta, we witness Dutch East India Company ships preparing to sail home. This bustling port served as their Asian capital during the 17th and 18th centuries. Jacob Mathieusen, a senior merchant of this influential company, stands proudly with his elegant wife by his side. They are portrayed with utmost grace and sophistication, reflecting their elite status within society. The couple is accompanied by a servant who dutifully holds an intricately designed parasol above them. Cuyp's attention to detail brings this scene to life; from the vibrant colors of their attire to every brushstroke that captures their expressions. This painting not only celebrates trade and commerce but also serves as a testament to Dutch imperialism during its golden age. As we admire this extraordinary piece of art, we are reminded of how it encapsulates both historical significance and artistic brilliance. It offers us a glimpse into an era where colonialism reigned supreme while showcasing Cuyp's
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